Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2023-09-24
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Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (760) 942-0920
  • Fax:
  • (760) 942-3603
  • Street Address:

  • 3459 Manchester Ave. #32

  • Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007


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Services Schedule

SUNDAYS

8:30AM  Orthros

10:00AM Divine Liturgy

 

WEEKDAYS/SATURDAYS

8:30AM  Orthros

9:30AM Divine Liturgy

 


Past Bulletins


Memorials & Prayers

 

Memorials 

6 year memorial for Louis Panagakos. He is survived by his wife Anne,  daughter Stephanie (Chuck)son Peter (Angela) and three grandchildren Alexander, Isabella and Matthew.

15 year memorial for Mary Karnazes.

40 Day Blessing

  For Faye "Fotini" Alia Karagiannis. Parents: Nick Karagiannis & Jehan Momin.

Prayers

Demetria Sarantopoulos, Peter and Lydia Chaconas, Patricia Karetas, Vasil Karounos, Litsa Mitchell, Brittany Howland, Marianne McDonald, Angele Lorio, Victoria Benzel, Daphne Triphon, Yvette Hamud, George Gillespie, Becky Stathes Parks Snell, Mary Garbis, Jeff Richardson, Anne Fierros, Georgia Vourlitis, Katherine Rovos, Nora Paltadakis, Peter Fellios, Aphrodite Sacorafas, Cynthia Sacorafas, Anthony Lizardy, Susan Comitas, Helen Theofan, Nikki Cozakos, Stavroula Georgopoulos, Desiree Plagis, Kelee Tsitsikaos, Michael L. Pappas, Vasillos Gavrilos, Despina Geotas, Freddi Zulim, Georgia Stamos Zulim, Emmanuel Stamos (Hatzimanolis), Maria Stamos (Hatzimanolis), Vassili Stamos (Hatizimanolis), Anton Vasilevich Ovslenko, Petr Sergevich Pavlov, Caron Gray, Chris Kailas, Nathaniel Cochran, Alvin Wadsworth, Terri Urosevich, Sofia Urosevich, Zackary Allen, Paula Elliott, Rachel Mandel, Sean Tubbs, Duane Tubbs, Alexandra Tzatzalos, Henry Schrik, Amalia Wadsworth, Alex Rigopoulos, Maria Alexandrovna Pavlova, Ron Potts, Lexi Rogers, Espe Reyes, Nasia Ampelas, Connie Moulios, Chuck Simmons, Chris Panagos, Harry Chris Karnazes, Mary Karnazes.

If you would like to add someone to the prayer list, please contact the office.

 

 

 

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Seventh Mode

Thou didst abolish death by Thy Cross; Thou didst open Paradise to the thief; Thou didst transform the myrrh-bearers' lamentation, and didst bid Thine Apostles to preach that Thou art risen, O Christ God, granting great mercy to the world.

Apolytikion for Theotokos Myrtidiotissis in the Fourth Mode

O come, all you people, and let us in faith clap our hands * and sing sacred songs to her who is the Mother of God, * and longingly cry aloud: * "Rejoice, O protection of all those who entreat you; * rejoice, the salvation of those who honor you with longing; * rejoice, O Lady who restored * the paralyzed man to health."

Apolytikion for Protomartyr Thekla in the Third Mode

All aflame with love for your Creator, * from the teachings of the sacred preacher, * you disregarded as fleeting all things mundane. * And being bold in the face of the penalties, * you gave yourself as a beautiful gift to God. * Thekla, glorious companion of the Apostle Paul, * we pray you entreat your Bridegroom, Christ, * and ask Him to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Fourth Mode. Psalm 67.35,26.
God is wonderful among his saints.
Verse: Bless God in the congregations.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to Timothy 3:10-15.

TIMOTHY, my son, you have observed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions, my sufferings, what befell me at Antioch, at lconion, and at Lystra, what persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. Indeed all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, while evil men and impostors will go on from bad to worse, deceivers and deceived. But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings which are able to instruct you for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.


Gospel Reading

1st Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 5:1-11

At that time, as Jesus was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, he saw two boats by the lake; but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. And when he had ceased speaking, he said to Simon, "Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch." And Simon answered, "Master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets." And when they had done this, they enclosed a great shoal of fish; and as their nets were breaking, they beckoned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, "Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord." For he was astonished, and all who were with him, at the catch of fish which they had taken; and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, "Do not be afraid; henceforth you will be catching men." And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him.


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Wisdom of the Fathers

For now they were well instructed beforehand...But mark both their faith and their obedience. For though they were in the midst of their work when they heard His command, they delayed not, they procrastinated not, they said not, "let us return home, and converse with our kinsfolk," but "they forsook all and followed."
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 14 on Matthew 4, 4th Century

Because such is the obedience which Christ seeks of us, as that we delay not even a moment of time, though something absolutely most needful should vehemently press on us.
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 14 on Matthew 4, 4th Century

For many have taken part with the holy apostles in their labors, and still do so, especially those who inquire into the meaning of what is written in the holy Gospels ... For the net is still being drawn, while Christ fills it, and calls to conversion those who, according to the Scripture phrase, are in the depths of the sea, that is to say, those who live in the surge and waves of worldly things.
St. Cyril of Alexandria
Homily XII, Taken from: Cyril of Alexandria. Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke. Trans. R. Payne Smith. Long Island, N.Y.: Studion Publishers, Inc., 1983, 105., 5th Century

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Saints and Feasts

September 24

Thecla the Protomartyr & Equal to the Apostles

This saint was from the city of Iconium. When she was eighteen years of age, she was instructed in the Faith of Christ and the hope of the resurrection by the Apostle Paul, whom also she followed, forsaking her betrothed and espousing a life of virginity for the sake of the Heavenly Bridegroom. Having preached Christ in various cities and suffered many things, she reposed in Seleucia of Cilicia at the age of 90.


September 24

1st Sunday of Luke


September 24

The Commemoration of the Miracle of the Theotokos Myrtidiotissis in Kythyra


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Calendar

  • This Week

    September 24 to October 1, 2023

    Sunday, September 24

    8:30AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    11:30AM 40 Day Blessing

    12:00PM Dance Group Practice - Phillips Center

    7:00PM Filia Dance Group Practice - Phillips Center

    Monday, September 25

    6:00PM Orthodoxy 101 - Zoom

    7:00PM Boy Scouts - Conference Room

    Tuesday, September 26

    9:00AM Silent Prayer

    9:30AM St John the disciple - Divine Liturgy

    10:30AM Bible Study (via Zoom)

    Wednesday, September 27

    6:00PM Atromiti Dance Practice - Phillips Center

    6:30PM Adult Beginners Greek School - Preschool Rooms

    7:00PM Boy Scouts

    Thursday, September 28

    6:30PM Greek Advanced Adult Class

    6:30PM PC Zoom Meeting

    6:30PM Trisagion

    Friday, September 29

    10:30AM Funeral

    Saturday, September 30

    1:00PM Atromiti Workshop - Phillips Center

    Sunday, October 1

    YOUTH SUNDAY

    Church Musician Sunday

    8:30AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    12:00PM Dance Group Practice - Phillips Center

    12:00PM OCMC Presentation by Anastasia Barksdale

    6:30PM Parish Council Zoom Meeting

    7:00PM Filia Dance Group Practice - Phillips Center

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Save the Date

  • Sept. 25th Orthodoxy 101 classes begin. Every Monday at 6:30pm  Learn more about our Faith (see flyer)
  • Sept 23rd Saint Helen Philoptochos General Assembly - 10:30 am in Pappas Hall Bring a Toy for Joy! complimentary light brunch will be included.
  • Sept 25th - Greek School begins! Register by clicking the link!  https://www.schgreekschool.com/registration-tuition 
  • Sept. 25th - 29th Metropolis "Senior Resort Camp - A Royal Adventure" at St. Nicholas Ranch, for adults aged 50 or better!  
  • Oct. 1st after Divine Liturgy, Anastasia Barksdale, Parish Engagement Coordinator from OCMC will be coming to our Parish to offer a presentation on the programs of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.
  • Oct. 8th Ministry Sunday - Come learn about all of our vital Ministries!
  • Oct. 14th Fall Glendi - Support Cardiff Dance Ministry at their annual fall glendi. 7 pm in Pappas Hall
  • Oct. 28th FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER - Pappas Hall at 6 pm
  • Nov. 5th Stewardship Sunday
  • Nov 11th Saint Helen Philoptochos annual November Fundraiser - The Great Diamond Heist Whodunit  Pappas Hall 6:00 p.m. Saint Helen Philoptochos fundraiser benefiting Foundation for Women Warriors and Philoptochos charities. Come solve the case of the disappearing gem at the museum! See flyer for more.
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Flyers

    Orthodoxy 101 Sept 25

    Orthodoxy 101 Sept 25

    Orthodoxy 101 will begin online September 25th - March 2024. Class will be via Zoom every Monday at 6 pm. Register online at https://tinyurl.com/3xk56ymj or simply scan the QR code on the flyer. Sign up and prepare to learn more about the liturgy, music, and the doctrine of the church and Orthodox Faith!


    Greek School Sept 25

    Greek School Sept 25

    Greek School Registration is open! Classes begin on September 25th. Slots are open for Native Greek Language Teachers. See Flyer for more!


    Senior Resort Camp 9/25-9/29

    Senior Resort Camp 9/25-9/29

    See flyer for details and registration.


    OCMC Presentation Oct 1

    OCMC Presentation Oct 1

    Anastasia Barksdale, Parish Engagement Coordinator from OCMC will be coming to our Parish to offer a presentation on the programs of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.


    Ministry Sunday Oct 8

    Ministry Sunday Oct 8

    Sunday, October 8th. Discover all of our Parish's Ministries!


    Young Adult Retreat Oct 13-15

    Young Adult Retreat Oct 13-15

    Metropolis Young Adult Retreat - October 13th - 15th - St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center. See flyer to register.


    Fall Glendi Oct 14

    Fall Glendi Oct 14

    Show Cardiff Dance Ministry your support at their annual fall glendi. Scan the QR code on the flyer to donate and come dance the night away.


    Saint Helen Philoptochos Fundraiser Nov 11

    Saint Helen Philoptochos Fundraiser Nov 11

    Save the date for Saint Helen Philoptochos annual fundraiser, The Great Diamond Heist Whodunit! November 11th at 6 pm in Pappas Hall.


    Acolytes Ministry

    Acolytes Ministry

    Calling all young men ages 8-18 that are interested in serving the Alter, SCH Acolytes Ministry awaits for you! See the flyer for details and make sure to scan the QR code to complete the form .


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Updates

ANNOUNCEMENTS

EPISTLE READERSLitsa Orenich in Greek. Mike Orenich in English.

PROSFORON OFFERED BY: Sophia Dafnis,Christine Dorudian, Toula Panos, and Amalia Manassakis.

SUNDAY SCHOOL:  Welcome back to school! Sunday, September 17th. Register for the 2023-24 Sunday School year here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPccR0REfv5siTcWKyk0c2FG4b-P0FgkaMht-w8nRRz18lSw/viewform

GREEK SCHOOL: Starts on September 25th! Register online:  https://www.schgreekschool.com/registration-tuition 

COMMUNION: The newly baptized/chrismated should come forward first.  Everyone else please wait until your row is called by the Parish Council.  If you wish to receive a blessing only, please come forward when your row is called for Communion and ask for a blessing when you approach the Priest.  Communion is offered to Orthodox Christians who are baptized/chrismated in the Orthodox faith, who are in good standing, and who are prepared to receive the Holy Gifts.  

FELLOWSHIP: Anne Panagakos and Family will be hosting fellowship in loving memory of Louis Panagakos.

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS: This Sunday, september 24th is Youth & Young Adult Awarness Sunday. OYM (Orthodox Youth & Young Adult Ministries) empowers our future leaders and instills a fruitful environment in Christ.

 


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